Specialist Physiotherapist-Specialist Children’s Services

NHS National Services Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a part-time Community Paediatric Physiotherapist, where you will provide vital assessments and treatments for children with complex clinical conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive environment, engaging with stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for young patients. As part of a leading healthcare system, you will contribute to community health and well-being while enjoying a flexible work schedule. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Laptop and mobile phone provided

Training and mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration required.
• Experience with children and young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and management for children with complex conditions.
• Manage a clinical caseload and deliver effective care.

Skills

Assessment and treatment of pediatric conditions

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Basic IT skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

Master's level postgraduate qualification (in progress)

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Position Details

This is a permanent, part-time position with a shift pattern from 8:30 to 16:30. Please note the salary is pro-rata for part-time hours.

Role Overview

We are offering a permanent, part-time (0.5 WTE) Band 6 Community Paediatric Physiotherapist position within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, based at the Skylark Centre, Inverclyde HSCP. Join a driven and dynamic team committed to staying current with local and national strategies, engaging with stakeholders to ensure optimal outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and management to children with complex clinical conditions, including developmental delays, movement disorders, disabilities, or illnesses.
• Manage a clinical caseload, delivering safe and effective care.
• Participate in training and mentoring opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy and current HCPC registration.
• Working towards a master's level postgraduate qualification.
• Sound theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology, with experience assessing a wide range of paediatric conditions.
• Post-registration experience working with children and young people; community experience is beneficial.

Additional Requirements

• Car driver essential.
• Basic IT skills (e.g., MS Word, Outlook, browser). A laptop and mobile phone will be provided.

Contact Information

For informal inquiries, contact Gillian Ferguson, Team Lead, at 07814295889 or [e-mail]. Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

Additional Information

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all community sections, fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. We are also committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer under the Armed Forces Covenant, supporting applications from the Armed Forces community.

Application Instructions

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